Maranalloor - Kattakkada, Thiruvananthapuram
Maranalloor is a village situated in the Kattakkada taluka of Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala. It is located approximately 8 km from Neyyattinkara and around 20 km from Thiruvananthapuram. Maranalloor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maranalloor is 628527. The village covers a total geographical area of 2513 hectares and falls under the 695507 pincode. Neyyattinkara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Maranalloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kattakkada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Attingal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maranalloor
As per Census 2011, Maranalloor village has a total population of 36,550 people, consisting of 17,816 males and 18,734 females. The village has 9,679 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 30,679 literate and 5,871 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 130 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maranalloor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36,550 | 17,816 | 18,734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,130 | 1,637 | 1,493 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,454 | 2,645 | 2,809 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 58 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 30,679 | 15,165 | 15,514 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,871 | 2,651 | 3,220 |
Nearby Villages of Maranalloor
Maranalloor is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Maranalloor
Maranalloor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Maranalloor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Neyyattinkara to Maranalloor is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thiruvananthapuram to Maranalloor is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maranalloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maranalloor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maranalloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maranalloor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maranalloor
Where is Maranalloor located?
Maranalloor village is located in Kattakkada Taluka, Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maranalloor?
Maranalloor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Maranalloor?
The pincode of Maranalloor is 695507.
What is the population of Maranalloor?
Maranalloor has a total population of 36,550, including 17,816 males and 18,734 females.
How many households are there in Maranalloor?
There are 9,679 households in Maranalloor.
What is the literacy rate in Maranalloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maranalloor is 83.94%. Male literacy is 85.12% and female literacy is 82.81%.